Buying a Printer

One of the most difficult peripherals to make a good decision about is a printer. It seems like it shouldn’t be that way. There are so many printers from reputable manufacturers. Go into a store like Best Buy or the office supply stores such as Staples and Office Depot and there are shelves filled with printers that all seem to do the job … Keep Reading → fine. The problem is that the biggest expense of the printer is not the printer itself, but the cost of the toner or ink that we have to replace. Many printers that seem like good values can end up being very expensive because they go through the ink very quickly. It is critical to read reviews on sites such as CNET as well as PC World, and PC Magazine. It’s also a good idea to read some of the consumer reviews on amazon.com and newegg.com. The reviews often mention the issue of how long the ink lasts. The other important consideration with printers is whether to get an all in one solution that also scans, faxes, and copies. For most people this is a good idea.